whats the speed and price of the fastest pc RAM module on the market today?

Answer 1

Does it matter? You probably can't use it in your current PC. It will be limited to whatever the speed was at the time the PC was made. So check the documentation for your PC to see what speed memory it can use, and then price that type of memory instead.

Answer 2

Speed depends on use. DDR2-850 is fast but the clock cycle is 5-5-5-5, which means higher latency (what you don't want in "fast" memory). Then there's a problem of finding a motherboard that will accept that memory as default, because using non-default memory in a motherboard can cause a lot of problems -- despite people bragging that they can use it -- they also brag of insane GPU speeds and don't tell folks they're artifacting like crazy.

Standard DD2 memory now is 667, most newer motherboards default to this speed. The modules can be found with a CAS 3-3-3 too. Always compare the CAS value in buying memory no matter how fast it's rated, as lower the number faster the cycles=lower latency=true faster memory (why lower CAS modules are much more expensive). It's also critical in overclocking.

For upgrading ability, using a standard memory speed will ensure you can use it in the widest selection of motherboards. So don't get the latest and fastest, get the memory that's most capable.

Answer 3

According to what I can find out for you, the fastest I have found is the "PC2-8500". It is the DDR-II standard (240 pin), CL5, 64x64, 5-5-5-15, 2.2v and clocks in at 1066 mhz. As for the price, that depends on how many sticks you want and the size of them. Right now, you can order the 512MB stick for about $125, and the 1GB for $250. If there is anything else I can do for you, let me know.